Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative
Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Court delivers reasons for judgment against Sarawak Report editor Rewcastle-Brown in defamation case Court delivers reasons for judgment against Sarawak Report editor Rewcastle-Brown in defamation case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-05/71714667708_TBCLAREREWCASTLE.jpg)
Court delivers reasons for judgment against Sarawak Report editor Rewcastle-Brown in defamation case
The judge said Clare Rewcastle-Brown's conduct had caused a bad perception of Sultanah Nur Zahirah and tarnished her majesty's reputation.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Consider This: TVET - A Vocational Renaissance?
Malaysia’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training sector has long grappled with fragmentation, lacked standardised accreditation, faced perception challenges, and struggled with industry relevance. Can the Madani Government’s National TVET Council overcome the historical inertia and bureaucratic mess to build a more cohesive and effective TVET framework? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Howard Lee, DAP Member of Parliament for Ipoh Timor. He was recently appointed as a member of the National TVET Council.
Wed May 29 2024
![[COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea [COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/71468424005_southchinasea.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] The geopolitical chessboard: Malaysia's delicate balance in the South China Sea
In the realm of international politics, power is often a function of perception. Malaysia must, therefore, adopt a multi-pronged strategy to address the issue.
Fri Sep 01 2023
![[COLUMNIST] Pragmatically elbowing Malaysian corruption and leakages [COLUMNIST] Pragmatically elbowing Malaysian corruption and leakages](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/61663001451_KualaLumpurskyline.jpg)
[COLUMNIST] Pragmatically elbowing Malaysian corruption and leakages
The plan should include first and foremost a credible and effective framework to finally curb corruption at every level of society.
Fri Jul 28 2023
![IDE survey: 73.4 pct of voters in Selangor have positive perception of PM Anwar IDE survey: 73.4 pct of voters in Selangor have positive perception of PM Anwar](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/51689756077_TBAnwarIbrahim.jpg)
IDE survey: 73.4 pct of voters in Selangor have positive perception of PM Anwar
Prof Datuk Dr Mohammad Redzuan Othman said 16.9 pct believe the PM was able to unite all the races.
Thu Jul 20 2023
![Perception that Seberang Perai is under-developed is inaccurate - Caretaker CM Perception that Seberang Perai is under-developed is inaccurate - Caretaker CM](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-07/41689597212_ChowKonYeow.jpg)
Perception that Seberang Perai is under-developed is inaccurate - Caretaker CM
The perception that Seberang Perai is under-developed compared to Penang Island is factually inaccurate.
Mon Jul 17 2023
![Govt to organise overseas tour series to explain Sulu claims - DPM Ahmad Zahid Govt to organise overseas tour series to explain Sulu claims - DPM Ahmad Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-03/51678861428_MajlisPengenalan.jpg)
Govt to organise overseas tour series to explain Sulu claims - DPM Ahmad Zahid
Ahmad Zahid said the purpose of the tour was to explain that the Sulu group is a terrorist group and to avoid a bad perception of Malaysia.
Wed Mar 15 2023
![ChatGPT sparks AI 'gold rush' in Silicon Valley ChatGPT sparks AI 'gold rush' in Silicon Valley](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-02/51676965373_ChatGPT.jpg)
ChatGPT sparks AI 'gold rush' in Silicon Valley
The conversational robot from start-up OpenAI marks a turning point in its perception by the general public and investors.
Tue Feb 21 2023
![UMNO needs to manage perception war to move forward UMNO needs to manage perception war to move forward](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/51673492462_AsyrafWajidPAU.jpg)
UMNO needs to manage perception war to move forward
Handling perceptions and taking measures to continue building the party after the disappointing results in the GE15 were among the views expressed by leaders of Wanita, Youth and Puteri UMNO today.
Thu Jan 12 2023
![Claims by contesting parties on winning GE15: Perception or truth? Claims by contesting parties on winning GE15: Perception or truth?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41668082690_SEREMBAN.jpg)
Claims by contesting parties on winning GE15: Perception or truth?
Some political parties are confidently stating that they are capable of obtaining a two-thirds majority to form a government.
Thu Nov 17 2022
!['A vote for BN is a vote for Zahid' just opposition's perception - Ismail Sabri 'A vote for BN is a vote for Zahid' just opposition's perception - Ismail Sabri](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/51667727474_ISMAILSABRI.jpg)
'A vote for BN is a vote for Zahid' just opposition's perception - Ismail Sabri
The allegation that 'one vote for BN is equivalent to one vote for Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to become Prime Minister' is just a perception played by the opposition.
Sun Nov 06 2022
![Black Panther stars say film changed perceptions of Africa Black Panther stars say film changed perceptions of Africa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/41667620354_LONDON.jpg)
Black Panther stars say film changed perceptions of Africa
For cast members of Wakanda Forever, the Marvel blockbuster had a positive impact on perceptions of the continent.
Sat Nov 05 2022
![Meta unveils new virtual reality headset Quest Pro Meta unveils new virtual reality headset Quest Pro](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/51665637329_MetaQuestPro.jpg)
Meta unveils new virtual reality headset Quest Pro
The headset features a number of new features that are meant to improve users' perception of truly being in the presence of other people.
Thu Oct 13 2022
![Claims MACC will be 'bound' by political directives if under Parliament mere perception - Rais Claims MACC will be 'bound' by political directives if under Parliament mere perception - Rais](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-10/61665044961_TBRAISYATIM.jpg)
Claims MACC will be 'bound' by political directives if under Parliament mere perception - Rais
Rais said this was because JKKMAR was already able to question or propose any proposal to improve the agency.
Thu Oct 06 2022